Definition of Section 295 BNS
Section 295 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) deals with the sale, distribution, exhibition, or circulation of obscene material to a child.
Essentially, anyone who provides or attempts to provide obscene material to a child can be punished under this section. The term “obscene” is generally defined as material that is offensive to public decency and morality.
Key elements of the offense:
- Obscene object (as defined in Section 294 BNS)
- Child
- Sale, hire, distribution, exhibition, circulation, or offering of the obscene object
Punishment Section 295 BNS:
- First conviction: Imprisonment for up to three years and fine.
- Second or subsequent conviction: Imprisonment for up to seven years and fine.
This section aims to protect children from exposure to harmful and explicit content.
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